ANSI/ISEA Z358.1-2014
Quick Compliance Guide
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Quick Compliance Guide
This guide serves as a supplement to the ANSI/ISEA Z358.1-2014 standard.
Important Information
About Compliance
eyewash) serve an important function in highly toxic,
The U.S. Code of Federal Regulations 29CFR 1910.151 states:
drench showers, eye or eye/face washes. (Appendix A1)
“Where the eyes or body of any person may be exposed to
hazardous environments, it is important to remember they
do not provide the same protection as ANSI compliant
Supply lines
Each manufacturer provides its own recommendations in
injurious or corrosive materials, suitable facilities for quick
First Aid Practices
drenching or flushing of the eyes and body shall be provided
Prior to the occurrence of an accident, consult with a
within the work area for immediate emergency use.”
Installation
physician or other professional for guidance in regards
regards to the supply size that’s adequate for each fixture. It’s
important to note that by reducing the size of the supply, the
shower’s ability to deliver the flushing fluid at the proper rate
with the intended pattern is directly affected. (Appendix B1)
The American National Standards Institute (ANSI)
to common and specific work place hazards that may be
establishes standards for minimum performance and use
present in your facility. Refer to Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
requirements for eyewash and shower equipment. The
for specific type of flush required (eyewash, eye/face or
ANSI/ISEA Z358.1-2014 for Emergency Eyewash and Shower
combination drench) given the hazards in the environment.
Compliant safety showers and eyewashes are supplied
Equipment provides detailed guidelines to which the
Provide access to a physician or other medical professional
with a minimum pressure of 30 psi (207 kPa). Typical
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA),
immediately after an accident occurs. (Appendix A2)
facilities supply their fixtures with 45 psi (310 kPa) inlet
State OSHA and other regulatory agencies commonly refer.
The Joint Commission 2009 EC Standard for Hospitals
supply pressure. Extra care should be taken with any
Waste Disposal
requires: “The hospital takes action to minimize or
Few consider the ramifications of hundreds of gallons of
eliminate identified safety and security risks in the
pooling flushing fluid in the area surrounding drench showers
physical environment.” Furthermore, hospitals are
and eyewashes. It’s important to have a plan in place for
required to “Minimize risk associated with selecting,
the disposal of the flushing fluid, whether one opts for
handling, storing, transporting, using, and disposing
the installation of drains in new construction facilities or
hazardous chemicals.” Surveyors commonly refer to OSHA
dedicated waste containment systems. Pooling fluid creates
requirements and the ANSI Standard for further guidance
slip hazards, and presents a safety risk to an impaired worker.
on best demonstrated practices.
requirements for emergency eyewash showers.
Personal Wash Unit
site conditions often require the installation of fixtures
a significant distance from the water supply. The owner
and designer are responsible for ensuring that adequate
pressure and flushing fluid will be delivered through the
fixture even at low points of pressure. (Appendix B2)
within 10 seconds or 55 feet (16.8 meters) of the hazard.
Fixtures may not be blocked. A door is considered an
obstruction. However, if the contaminant is not hazardous
or corrosive, a single door may be present provided it opens
in the same direction of travel. The door may not have a
locking mechanism, which may prevent the person access to
use the equipment during an emergency. (Appendix B5)
Delivered Flushing Fluid Temperature
Lukewarm (tepid) water is required for the full 15 minute
flush, for a drench shower, eye or eye/face wash. To
encourage injured personnel to continue to flush the entire
15 minutes or longer as needed, the ANSI/ISEA Z358.1-2014
standard indicates that tepid water is required. Tepid is
defined as 60-100ºF (15.6-37.8ºC). Prolonged exposure to
near freezing water has been proven to affect the body’s
ability to maintain body temperature, increasing the risk of
hypothermia. Whenever possible, consult a physician to
determine the recommended temperature based on specific
types hazardous chemicals or material. (Appendix B6)
When planning for the disposal of flushing fluid, consult your
Valves that remain open are required in order to allow the
Weekly Activation
local ordinances and governing authorities. (Appendix A3)
injured individual to maximize the use of their hands to
disrobe and flush their eyes. In limited circumstances, an
Personal Protective Equipment
Providing employees with personal protective equipment
Safety Considerations
pressure that exceeds 80 psi (552 kPa). Complicated
Safety drench showers, eye and eye/face washes must be
Valve Operation
Canadian Provincial authorities also typically refer to
ANSI standards when auditing for or advising proper
Water Capacity
Placement of Emergency Equipment
(safety glasses, protective suits, etc), in accordance with
OSHA 1910.132(a), is required. It can be challenging to
enforce the use of that protection equipment at all times.
inspector or other “enforcing authority” may allow a selfclosing ball valve, in school-related laboratory environments,
where the contaminant is “not a serious threat.” (Appendix B3)
Emergency Drench Showers, Eye and Eye/Face Washes
must be activated one time per week. This activation
ensures that nothing is blocking the flow of the flushing
fluid and eliminates any chance of contamination from
stagnant water. (Appendix B7)
Alarm Devices
ANSI explicitly states that personal protective equipment
Systems that provide visual, audible and an auxiliary
ANSI standards allow a personal wash unit (ie. Bottled
does not replace the role of safety drench showers,
connection serve as a great asset that discourages false
Eyewash) to be used as a supplement to the compliant
eyewashes, and other safety flushing equipment. These
activations, and allows medical personnel to locate where
ANSI/ISEA Z358.1 fixtures outlined in this guide. While
fixtures are intended to treat injuries should PPE prove to
the accident occurred and respond rapidly. (Appendix B4)
supplemental fixtures (single head drench hoses, bottle
be inadequate or fail. (Appendix A4)
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Safety Drench Showers

• Valve mechanism opens in one second or less; it stays open until
Combination Drench Shower, Eye and Eye/Face Washes

• Valve mechanism opens in one second or less; it stays open until
manually closed. (Section 4.2) 
manually closed. (Sections 4.2, 5.2, 6.2, 7.1.1, 7.1.2, 7.1.3) 
• Supply with flushing fluid ("potable water, preserved water,
• Drench shower and eye or eye/face wash must operate simultaneously. (Section 7.4.4)
preserved buffered saline solution or other medically acceptable
• Supply with flushing fluid ("potable water, preserved water, preserved buffered
solution…"). (Definitions, Sections 4.1.1, 4.4.1)
saline solution or other medically acceptable solution…”).
• Locate 10 seconds or 55' (16.8 m) from contaminants or hazardous
materials. Locate on the same plane as hazard and free of
obstructions. (Section 4.5.2, Appendix B5)
(Definitions, Sections 4.1.1, 4.4.1, 5.1.1, 6.1.1, 7.1.2, 7.1.3)
Spray Pattern
Diameter
20" (508 mm)
(Section 4.1.4, 7)
• Locate 10 seconds or 55' (16.8 m) from contaminants or hazardous materials. Locate on
same plane as the hazard, free of obstructions.
• Doors are an obstruction. (Appendix B5)
Spray Pattern
Diameter
20" (508 mm)
(Section 4.1.4, 7)
(Sections 4.5.2, 5.4.2, 6.4.2, 7.1.1, 7.1.2, 7.1.3, 7.4.2, Appendix B5) 
• Must resist corrosion in the presence of flushing fluid. (Section 4.1.5)
• Audible, visual and central control alarm systems deter vandals and
notify personnel that an accident occurred. (Appendix B4)
• Must resist corrosion in the presence of flushing fluid
69" (1752 mm)
(Sections 4.2, 7)
82–96" (2083–2438 mm)
(Sections 4.1.3, 7)
(Sections 4.1.5, 5.1.5, 6.1.5, 7.1.1, 7.1.2, 7.1.3)
• Protect eye and eye/face wash heads from contaminants.
(Sections 5.1.3, 6.1.3, 7.1.2, 7.1.3)
• Environmental conditions often require freeze or scald protection
• Flow Rates: Eyewash unit delivers a minimum of .4 GPM (1.5 L-MIN) for 15 minutes.
equipment. (Section 4.5.5)
(Section 5.1.6) Eye/face wash unit delivers a minimum of 3.0 GPM (11 L-MIN) for 15
60" (1524 mm)
(Sections 4.1.4, 7)
69" (1752 mm)
(Sections 4.2, 7)
82–96"
(2083–2438 mm)
(Sections 4.1.3, 7)
60" (1524 mm)
(Sections 4.1.4, 7)
minutes. (Section 6.1.6)

• Use flow meter to check flow rate; use test gauge to test flow pattern.
Top down view
(Sections 5.1.8, 5.3.1, 6.1.7, 6.3, 7.1.2, 7.1.3)
• Environmental conditions often require freeze or scald protection equipment.

Requires a 16" (406 mm)
(Sections 4.5.5, 5.4.5, 6.4.5, 7.1.1, 7.1.2, 7.1.3)
radius from the center of the
drench shower spray pattern
to be free of obstructions.
Top down view
16" (406 mm)
(Sections
4.1.4, 7)
(Section 4.1.4) 
Requires a 16" (406 mm) radius from the
33–53"
(838–1346 mm)
(Sections 5.4.4,
6.4.4)

center of the drench shower spray pattern to
be free of obstructions. (Sections 4.1.4, 7.1.1) 
Required to be free of obstructions a
minimum of 6" (152 mm) from the outside
of the eye or eye/face wash sprayheads.
16"
(406 mm)
(Sections
4.1.4, 7)
6" (152 mm)
(Sections
5.4.4, 6.4.4)
(Sections 5.4.4, 6.4.4, 7.1.2, 7.1.3)

Use a Bradley test gauge (Model 269-1444) to
check flow pattern. 
15-minute Flush
Compliant showers
release a continuous
flow of at least 20
GPM (76 L-MIN) of
tepid flushing fluid
for a period of at
least 15 minutes.
(Sections 4.1.2, 4.4.1,
4.5.5, 4.5.6)
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Tepid Water
(lukewarm) 60–100°F
(15.6–37.8°C)
encourages full 15
minute flush or until
medical personnel
arrive. (Definitions,
Sections 4.5.6,
Appendix B6)
Third-Party
Certifications
Manufacturers may
have their safety fixtures
independently evaluated
by a third-party testing
organization. Look
for certification when
selecting a compliant
fixture. (Definitions)
Weekly Activations:
Flush lines and test
by activating weekly.
Inspection tags are often
included with fixtures to
document testing and
to satisfy a safety audit.
(Section 4.6.2)
Annual Inspections
15-minute Flush
ANSI recommends a
comprehensive annual
inspection of the facility to
evaluate modified work space,
assess new hazards introduced
into the area, and to identify
fixtures needing replacement
or repair. (Section 4.6.5)
Compliant showers release a
continuous flow of at least 20 GPM
(76 L-MIN) of tepid flushing fluid for a
period of at least 15 minutes. (Sections
4.1.4, 4.4.1, 4.5.5, 4.5.6, 7.1.1)
Compliant eye or eye/face wash fixture
releases a continuous flow of flushing
fluid for a minimum of 15 minutes.
(Sections 5.1.6, 5.4.5, 5.4.6, 6.1.6, 6.4.5,
6.4.6, 7.1.2, 7.1.3)
Tepid Water
(lukewarm)
60–100°F
(15.6–37.8°C)
encourages full
15-minute flush
or until medical
personnel arrive.
(Definitions,
Sections 4.5.6,
5.4.6, 6.4.6,
Appendix B6)
Third-Party
Certifications
Weekly
Activations:
Manufacturers
may have their
safety fixtures
independently
evaluated by a
third-party testing
organization. Look
for certification when
selecting a compliant
fixture. (Definitions)
Flush lines and test
by activating weekly.
Inspection tags are
often included with
fixtures to document
testing and to satisfy
a safety audit.
(Sections 4.6.2, 5.5.2,
6.5.2, 7.5.2)
Annual Inspections
ANSI recommends a
comprehensive annual
inspection of the facility
to evaluate modified work
space, assess new hazards
introduced into the area,
and to identify fixtures
needing replacement or
repair. (Section 7.5.5)
(Section 4.6.5)
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Eye and Eye/Face Wash Fixtures
Dual Head Eye/Face Wash & Drench Hose
• Valve mechanism opens in one second or less; it stays open until
• Considered an eye/face wash if it complies with the installation and performance
requirements of the eye/face wash standard. (Sections 6, 8.2.1)
manually closed. (Sections 5.2, 6.2) 
• Single-head drench hoses complement the 15-minute flush provided by a
• Supply with flushing fluid, ("potable water, preserved water, preserved
primary ANSI/ISEA Z358.1 compliant eyewash fixture. (Section 8)
buffered saline solution or other medically acceptable solution…”)
• Valve mechanism opens in one second or less; it stays open until manually closed.
Definitions, Sections 5.1.1, 6.1.1)
• Locate 10 seconds or 55' (16.8 m) from contaminants or hazardous
materials. Locate on the same plane as hazard and free of obstructions.

(Sections 6.2, 8.2.1)


• Fixtures compliant as an eye/face wash must remain "on" once activated
(Sections 6.2, 8.2.1) 
(Sections 5.4.2, 6.4.2, Appendix B5)
• Supply with flushing fluid ("potable water, preserved water, preserved
• Must resist corrosion in the presence of flushing fluid.
buffered saline solution or other medically acceptable solution…”) (Definitions,
(Sections 5.1.5, 6.1.5) 
Sections 6.1.1, 8.2.1) 
• Protect eye and eye/face wash heads from contaminants.

• Locate 10 seconds or 55' (16.8 m) from contaminants or hazardous materials.
(Sections 5.1.3, 6.1.3)
Locate on same plane as the hazard, free of obstructions.
• Flow Rates: Eyewash unit delivers a minimum of .4 GPM (1.5 L-MIN) for
(Section 6.4.2, Appendix B5)
15 minutes. (Section 5.1.6) Eye/face wash unit delivers a minimum of 3.0
• Protect unit heads from contaminants. (Sections 6.1.3, 8.2.1)
GPM (11 L-MIN) for 15 minutes. (Section 6.1.6)
• Flow Rates: Eye/face wash unit delivers a minimum of 3.0 GPM
• Use a flow meter to test flow rate; use a test gauge to test flow pattern.
(11 L-MIN) for 15 minutes. (Section 6.1.6, 8.2.1)
(Sections 5.1.8, 5.3.1, 6.1.7, 6.1.8, 6.3, 6.3.1)
33–53”
(838–1346 mm)
(Sections 5.4.4, 6.4.4)
• Audible, visual and central control alarm systems deter vandalism and
alert safety personnel. (Appendix B4)
• Use a flow meter to test flow rate; use a test gauge to test flow pattern.
(Sections 6.1.7, 6.3, 8.2.1)
Distance to floor
33–53” (838–1346 mm)
(Sections 5.4.4, 6.4.4)
• Environmental conditions often require freeze or scald protection
equipment. (Sections 5.4.5, 6.4.5)
Top down view
Top down view

Required to be free of obstructions
Required to be free of obstructions
6" (152 mm)
(Sections 5.4.4, 6.4.4)
a minimum of 6" (152 mm) from the
outside of the eye or eye/face wash
sprayheads. (Sections 5.4.4, 6.4.4) 
sprayheads. (Sections 6.4.4, 8.2.1) 
Use a Bradley test gauge (Model
6
15-minute Flush
Tepid Water
Compliant fixtures
release a continuous
flow of tepid flushing
fluid for a minimum
of 15 minutes.
(Sections 5.1.6, 5.4.5,
5.4.6, 6.1.6, 6.4.5,
6.4.6)
(lukewarm) 60–100°F
(15.6–37.8°C) encourages
full 15 minute flush or
until medical personnel
arrive. (Definitions,
Sections 5.4.6, 6.4.6,
Appendix B6)
Third-Party
Certifications
Manufacturers may
have their safety fixtures
independently evaluated
by a third-party testing
organization. Look
for certification when
selecting a compliant
fixture. (Definitions)
Weekly Activations:
Flush lines and test
by activating weekly.
Inspection tags are often
included with fixtures to
document testing and
to satisfy a safety audit.
(Sections 5.5.2, 6.5.2)
6" (152 mm)
(Sections 6.4.4, 8.2.1)
Use a Bradley test gauge (Model 269-1444)

269-1444) to check flow pattern. 

a minimum of 6" (152 mm) from the
outside of the eye or eye/face wash
to check flow pattern. 

Annual Inspections
15-minute Flush
Tepid Water
ANSI recommends a
comprehensive annual
inspection of the facility to
evaluate modified work space,
assess new hazards introduced
into the area, and to identify
fixtures needing replacement
or repair. (Sections 5.5.2, 5.5.5,
6.5.2, 6.5.5)
Compliant fixtures
release a continuous
flow of tepid flushing
fluid for a minimum
of 15 minutes.
(Sections 6.1.6, 6.4.5,
6.4.6, 8.2.1)
(lukewarm) 60–100°F
(15.6–37.8°C) encourages
full 15 minute flush or
until medical personnel
arrive. (Definitions,
Sections 6.4.6, 8.2.1,
Appendix B6)
Third-Party
Certifications
Manufacturers may
have their safety fixtures
independently evaluated
by a third-party testing
organization. Look
for certification when
selecting a compliant
fixture. (Definitions)
Weekly Activations:
Flush lines and test
by activating weekly.
Inspection tags are often
included with fixtures to
document testing and
to satisfy a safety audit.
(Sections 6.5.2, 8.2.1,
8.2.4.2)
Annual Inspections
ANSI recommends a
comprehensive annual
inspection of the facility to
evaluate modified work space,
assess new hazards introduced
into the area, and to identify
fixtures needing replacement
or repair. (Sections 6.5.5,
8.2.4.5)
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Laboratory Eye & Eye/Face Wash Fixtures
Self-Contained Eyewash Fixtures
• Valve mechanism opens in one second or less; it stays open
• Eyewash unit delivers a minimum of .4 GPM for 15 minutes.
until manually closed. (Sections 5.2, 6.2) 
(Section 5.3.2)
• Supply with flushing fluid, ("potable water, preserved
Front View
• Valve mechanism opens in one second or less; it stays open
water, preserved buffered saline solution or other medically
acceptable solution…”) (Definitions, Sections 5.1.1, 6.1.1)
until manually closed. (Section 5.3.2)
• Supply with flushing fluid, ("potable water, preserved

• Locate 10 seconds or 55' (16.8 m) from contaminants
water, preserved buffered saline solution or other medically
or hazardous materials.
acceptable solution…”) (Definitions, Section 5.1.1)
• Locate on same plane as the hazard, free of obstructions.
• Locate 10 seconds or 55' (16.8 m) from contaminants or
(Sections 5.4.2, 6.4.2, Appendix B5)
hazardous materials. Locate on same plane as the hazard, free
of obstructions. (Sections 5.4.2, Appendix B5)
• Protect unit heads from contaminants. (Sections 5.1.3, 6.1.3) 

• Flow Rates: Eyewash unit delivers a minimum of .4 GPM for 15
• Use a flow meter to test flow rate; use a test gauge to test
flow pattern. (Section 5.4.7)
minutes. (Section 5.1.6) Eye/face wash unit delivers a minimum
of 3.0 GPM (11 L-MIN) for 15 minutes. (Section 6.1.6)
• Frigid conditions require the installation of freeze
protection equipment. (Section 5.4.5) 
• Use a flow meter to test flow rate; use a test gauge to test flow
pattern. (Sections 5.1.8, 5.3.1, 6.1.7, 6.3)
The Joint Commission 2009 EC Standard for Hospitals requires: “The
hospital takes action to minimize or eliminate identified safety and
security risks in the physical environment.” Furthermore, hospitals are
required to “Minimize risk associated with selecting, handling, storing,
transporting, using, and disposing hazardous chemicals.” Surveyors
commonly refer to OSHA requirements and the ANSI Standard for further
guidance on best demonstrated practices.
Distance to floor
33–53” (838–1346 mm)
(Sections 5.4.4, 6.4.4)
Top down view

Required to be free of obstructions a minimum
of 6" (152 mm) from the outside of the eyewash
sprayheads. (Sections 5.4.4) 
Use a Bradley test gauge (Model
269-1444) to check flow pattern. 
Distance to floor
33–53” (838–1346 mm)
(Sections 5.4.4, 6.4.4)
Top down view

Required to be free of obstructions
a minimum of 6" (152 mm) from the
outside of the eye or eye/face wash
sprayheads. (Sections 5.4.4,6.4.4) 

6" (152 mm)
(Sections 6.4.4, 8.2.1)

Use a Bradley test gauge (Model 269-
6" (15.2 cm)
(Sections 6.4.4, 8.2.1)
1444) to check flow pattern. 
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
15-minute Flush
Tepid Water
Compliant fixtures
release a continuous
flow of tepid flushing
fluid for a minimum of
15 minutes. (Sections
5.1.6, 5.4.5, 5.4.6, 6.1.6,
6.4.5, 6.4.6)
(lukewarm) 60–100°F
(15.6–37.8°C) encourages
full 15 minute flush or
until medical personnel
arrive. (Definitions,
Sections 5.4.6, 6.4.6,
Appendix B6)
Third-Party
Certifications
Manufacturers may
have their safety fixtures
independently evaluated
by a third-party testing
organization. Look
for certification when
selecting a compliant
fixture. (Definitions)
Weekly Activations:
Flush lines and test
by activating weekly.
Inspection tags are often
included with fixtures to
document testing and
to satisfy a safety audit.
(Sections 5.5.2, 6.5.2)
Annual Inspections
15-minute Flush
ANSI recommends a
comprehensive annual
inspection of the facility to
evaluate modified work space,
assess new hazards introduced
into the area, and to identify
fixtures needing replacement
or repair. (Sections 5.5.5, 6.5.5)
Compliant fixtures
release a continuous
flow of tepid flushing
fluid for a minimum of
15 minutes. (Sections
5.1.6, 5.4.5, 5.4.6)
Tepid Water
(lukewarm) 60–100°F
(15.6–37.8°C)
encourages full 15
minute flush or until
medical personnel
arrive. (Definitions,
Sections 5.4.6,
Appendix B6)
Third-Party
Certifications
Manufacturers may
have their safety fixtures
independently evaluated
by a third-party testing
organization. Look
for certification when
selecting a compliant
fixture. (Definitions)
Weekly Activations:
Flush lines and test
by activating weekly.
Inspection tags are often
included with fixtures to
document testing and to
satisfy a safety audit.
(Sections 5.5.2)
Annual Inspections
ANSI recommends a
comprehensive annual
inspection of the facility to
evaluate modified work space,
assess new hazards introduced
into the area, and to identify
fixtures needing replacement
or repair. (Sections 5.5.5)
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Enclosed Safety Showers
• Colder ambient temperature may require an enclosure for added
protection. (Section B6)
• Valve mechanism opens in one second or less; it stays open until
manually closed. (Sections 4.2, 5.2, 6.2, 7.1.1, 7.1.2, 7.1.3)
• Drench shower and eye or eye/face wash must operate
simultaneously. (Section 7.4.4)
• Supply with flushing fluid ("potable water, preserved water,
preserved buffered saline solution or other medically acceptable
solution…”). (Definitions, Sections 4.1.1, 4.4.1, 5.1.1, 6.1.1, 7.1.2, 7.1.3)
• Locate 10 seconds or 55' (16.8 m) from contaminants or hazardous
materials. Locate on same plane as the hazard, free of obstructions.
(Sections 4.5.2, 5.4.2, 6.4.2, 7.1.1, 7.1.2, 7.1.3, 7.4.2, Appendix B5)
• Must resist corrosion in the presence of flushing fluid
(Sections 4.1.5, 5.1.5, 6.1.5, 7.1.1, 7.1.2, 7.1.3)
• Protect eye and eye/face wash heads from contaminants.
(Sections 5.1.3, 6.1.3, 7.1.2, 7.1.3)
• Requires a 16" (406 mm) radius from the center of the drench
shower spray pattern to be free of obstructions. (Sections 4.1.4, 7.1.1)
• Required to be free of obstructions a minimum of 6" (152 mm)
Top down view
from the outside of the eye or eye/face wash sprayheads.
(Sections 5.4.4, 6.4.4, 7.1.2, 7.1.3)
• Flushing fluid height 33–53" (838-1346 mm)
Spray
Pattern
Diameter
20" (508 mm)
(Section 4.1.4, 7)
16" (406 mm)
(Sections 4.1.4, 7)
from standing surface. (Sections 5.4.4, 6.4.4, 7)
• Flow Rates: An eyewash delivers a minimum of .4 GPM for 15
minutes (Sections 5.1.6, 7.1.2). An eye/face wash delivers a minimum
of 3.0 GPM (11 L-MIN) for 15 minutes. (Sections 6.1.6, 7.1.3)
6" (152 mm)
(Sections
5.4.4, 6.4.4)
60"
(1524 mm)
(Sections 4.1.4, 7)
• Use flow meter to check flow rate; use test gauge to test flow
82–96"
(2083–2438 mm)
(Sections 4.1.3, 7)
pattern. (Sections 5.1.8, 5.3.1, 6.1.7, 6.3, 7.1.2, 7.1.3)
• Use a Bradley test gauge (Model 269-1444) to check flow pattern. 
69"
(1752 mm)
(Sections 4.2, 7)
• Environmental conditions often require freeze or scald
protection equipment. (Sections 4.5.5, 5.4.5, 6.4.5, 7.1.1, 7.1.2, 7.1.3)
15-minute Flush
Compliant showers release a
continuous flow of at least 20 GPM
(76 L-MIN) of tepid flushing fluid
for a period of at least 15 minutes.
(Sections 4.1.4, 4.4.1, 4.5.5, 4.5.6, 7.1.1)
Compliant eye or eye/face wash
fixture releases a continuous flow
of flushing fluid for a minimum of 15
minutes. (Sections 5.1.6, 5.4.5, 5.4.6,
6.1.6, 6.4.5, 6.4.6, 7.1.2, 7.1.3)
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Tepid Water
(lukewarm)
60–100°F
(15.6–37.8°C)
encourages full
15-minute flush
or until medical
personnel arrive.
(Definitions,
Sections 4.5.6,
5.4.6, 6.4.6,
Appendix B6)
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Third-Party
Certifications
Weekly
Activations:
Manufacturers
may have their
safety fixtures
independently
evaluated by a
third-party testing
organization. Look
for certification when
selecting a compliant
fixture. (Definitions)
Flush lines and test
by activating weekly.
Inspection tags are
often included with
fixtures to document
testing and to satisfy
a safety audit.
(Sections 4.6.2, 5.5.2,
6.5.2, 7.5.2)
Annual Inspections
ANSI recommends a
comprehensive annual
inspection of the facility
to evaluate modified work
space, assess new hazards
introduced into the area, and
to identify fixtures needing
replacement or repair.
(Section 7.5.5)
(Section 4.6.5)
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